The Gravesend Adult Education Centre is a large, red-brick Victorian building on the edge of Gravesend town centre.
It is known locally as the "Victoria Centre" because of the statue of Queen Victoria that stands on the corner overlooking the town. The centre has a fully equipped Pottery and Jewellery studios.
Gravesend Adult Education centre will re-open on 14th September. The centre will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. We are continuing to review which services and courses can be delivered within a Covid-19 safe environment.
Please be aware that some courses attributed to this centre are still being delivered in a real time, online environment. Please check the location in the course description before enrolling to confirm where your course will be taking place.
Several changes have been made to the Gravesend Adult Education centre to make it Covid-19 secure.
- The installation of sanitiser stations
- New instructional signage
- The use of spatial surveys to ensure that social distancing can be maintained
- The installation of screens where appropriate
- The implementation of a test and trace system
Read our Guide for Learners - Learning Safely with Kent Adult Education.
Opening times
During term time the office hours are as follows:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm
Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
Friday Closed
Outside term time the office hours are as follows:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm
Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
Friday Closed
Getting there
Nearest parking:
Parking on site for blue badge holders only. The nearest car park is the Thamesgate Multi-storey in Clive Road. There are also plenty of alternative car parks within Gravesend town centre such as West Street.
Parking costs:
8am to 6pm, up to 1 hour £0.80, up to 3 hours £1.50, up to 4 hours £2.00, over 4 hours £6.50. Parking is free after 6pm.
Facilities
- Disabled access and facilities
- Café/refreshments